David Harper Biography: TV Shows, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Children, Movies, Books, Wikipedia

David Harper is a British antiques expert, artist, and television presenter, renowned for his appearances on BBC shows such as Bargain Hunt, Flog It!, and The Antiques Road Trip.

Born in 1967 in Middlesbrough, England, Harper developed a passion for antiques at the age of five and began collecting seriously by nine.

His career in antiques began at eighteen, and by twenty-three, he was a director of a PLC company importing antique-style furniture from the Far East.

Profile

• Full name: David Kingsley Harper
• Date of birth: 1967
• Age: 58 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Middlesbrough, England
• State of origin: N/A
• Nationality: British
• Profession: Antiques expert, artist, television presenter
• Height: N/A
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Two siblings
• Spouse: Wendy Harper
• Children: Henrietta Harper
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: British
• Net worth: $20 million

Early Life and Education

David Harper was born in 1967 in Middlesbrough, England. He is now 58 years old. Harper spent part of his childhood in Zimbabwe after his father was relocated there for work.

Harper has two siblings and has lived in both England and Zimbabwe during his formative years. He started collecting artifacts at the age of five and bought his first antique at nine. By eighteen, he was fully immersed in the antiques business.

Harper‘s early career involved shipping antiques between the UK and the USA. At twenty-three, he became one of the youngest directors of a UK PLC company, specializing in importing antique-style furniture from the Far East. This experience laid the groundwork for his future success in the antiques industry.

Personal Life

David Harper is married to Wendy Harper, and together they have a daughter named Henrietta, who is 24 years old. The family resides near Barnard Castle in Durham. He often displays his art and antiques in his own store in Barnard Castle.

Harper is known for his charitable work, often hosting charity auctions and participating in events like Celebrity MasterChef in 2016. His passion for art and antiques extends beyond his professional life, as he is also an accomplished artist with works sold globally.

Career

Harper‘s career in antiques began at eighteen, and he quickly became a prominent figure in the industry. His first television role was as the presenter of Channel 4’s Natural Born Dealers in 2005.

Since then, he has appeared on numerous BBC shows, including Bargain Hunt, Flog It!, Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, and The Antiques Road Trip.

In addition to his television work, Harper is a prolific writer, having published over 100 articles on art and antiques. He also hosts after-dinner talks and charity auctions, leveraging his charisma and expertise to engage audiences and raise funds for various causes.

Net Worth

David Harper‘s net worth is estimated around $20 million. His successful career as an antiques expert, artist, and television presenter likely contributes significantly to his financial stability.

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Filmography

• Bargain Hunt
• Flog It!
• The Antiques Road Trip
• Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
• Natural Born Dealers
• Through the Keyhole
• Ready Steady Cook
• The Heaven and Earth Show
• The One Show
• Inside Out
• Countryfile Summer Diaries
• Celebrity MasterChef

Books

• A Romp With The Georgians
• A Bash With The British Empire